Description

This Healthy Taco Pasta Salad is bursting with flavor from ground turkey, lentils, and veggies, making it a quick and nutritious meal perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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2.5 cups fusili (uncooked)
1 lb ground turkey (or ground meat of choice)
1.5 tbsp olive oil
1 package low sodium taco seasoning
1 can (540ml) lentils (rinsed and drained)
1 cup corn kernels (canned or frozen and defrosted)
1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
1 can (540ml) black beans (rinsed and drained)
1 pint cherry tomatoes (sliced)
1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
3 green onions (sliced, both the whites and greens)
3/4 cup plain Greek yogurt (2% works best)
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 limes (just the juice)
1.5 tbsp low sugar BBQ sauce
1/2 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 tsp paprika
1/2 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add ground turkey and cook until no longer pink, stirring frequently.
Mix in the taco seasoning and lentils, then set aside to cool.
In a large bowl, combine cooked fusili with the ground meat and lentil mixture, and all desired toppings.
Prepare the dressing by whisking together yogurt, mayonnaise, lime juice, BBQ sauce, and spices until creamy and smooth.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

Notes

For a vegetarian option, substitute the ground turkey with more lentils or your favorite meat alternative.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Feel free to customize toppings based on your preferences.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 450
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 600mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 3g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 55g
Fiber: 12g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 85mg